Costa Blanca

Overview of the coast

240 kilometres of beaches south of Valencia for this long coastal area, one of the most visited in Europe. Among the many resorts, Alicante, Benidorm, and Torrevieja are the most important.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location: from Denia (north) to Torrevieja (south).

• Main towns:

• Length: 240 km.

• Population:

• Website: http://www.costablanca.org/Fra

History of the Costa Blanca

Environment

Precautions

What to see

Among the options offered by the Costa Blanca, both along the coast and inland:

Alicante ★★
With its castle, old quarters, and beaches, Alicante is one of the most popular destinations on the coast.

Altea ★★
A seaside resort north of Benidorm on the Costa Blanca. Its centre features narrow cobbled streets lined with white houses around a beautiful church.

Benidorm ★
This seaside town north of Alicante is the archetype of Mediterranean tourist cities. It has been renowned since the 1960s for its beaches and lively atmosphere.

Calpe ★★
Coastal resort in northern Costa Blanca, best known for its 330-metre-high rock, popular with climbers and walkers, overlooking the beaches.

Dénia ★★
An old castle and historic "typical" quarters for this seaside resort that marks the start of the Costa Blanca. Scuba diving is popular here.

Moraira ★★
A fishing village on the Costa Blanca that also thrives on tourism thanks to its fairly beautiful beaches and coves.

Orihuela ★★
A historic city northeast of Murcia with numerous churches and monuments.

Elche Palm Grove ★★
Europe’s largest palm grove, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is located in the heart of Elche.

Villajoyosa ★★
Around thirty kilometres from Alicante, this seaside resort also boasts a charming old quarter with colourful houses.

What to do

Beaches and water activities

Other activities

Bars and nightlife

Climate and weather

Generally, the Costa Blanca enjoys a temperate, mild Mediterranean climate, with dry, hot summers and pleasant winters (some rain in late autumn). However, like much of the coast, it also has numerous microclimates that depend on altitude and proximity to the sea.

Sea temperature throughout the year

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

Further reading